Michael Bullock
Columbia,SC
Summary
Accomplished Assistant Manager with in-depth experience consistently rising through ranks. Well-versed in sales, personnel management, accounting and inventory management. Dedicated to complete knowledge of company products and services for optimized customer service. Proactive manager with demonstrated leadership abilities, strategic planning expertise and problem-solving acumen. Assists senior managers with accomplishing demanding targets by encouraging staff and coordinating resources. Methodical and well-organized in optimizing coverage to meet operational demands. Agile and adaptable staff leader with stellar work history, motivational approach and upbeat nature. Skilled at training employees and leveraging organized approaches to handle daily planning, scheduling and customer service requirements. Forward-thinking and industrious with diplomatic communication style focused on maximizing engagement and satisfaction. Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement. Multi-tasking Manager well-known for creating positive workplace culture and high-performing teams. Demonstrated [Product or Service] expertise, including competitive offerings, pricing and market positioning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Coach/Assistant Manager
Walmart
Lexington, SC
08.2018 - Current
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Set and enforced policies focused on increasing team productivity and strengthening operational efficiency.
- Assessed job applications and made hiring recommendations to bring in top candidates for key vacancies.
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
- Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
- Mentored sales team in applying effective sales techniques and delivering top-notch customer service.
- Reviewed sales and gross profit reports to determine options for increasing market growth.
Store Manager
Shoe Show/ Shoe Dept
Columbia, SC
02.2012 - 08.2018
- Managed inventory control, cash control and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge and service requirements.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
- Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget.
- Coached sales associates on product knowledge by using wide variety of training tools.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
- Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Scheduled and led weekly store meetings for all employees to discuss sales promotions and new inventory while providing platform for all to voice concerns.
- Delivered positive results by controlling monthly operations budget and limiting financial discrepancies.
- Minimized on-site cash with frequent deposits and high accuracy in predicting operations.
- Maintained strong knowledge in handling of perishable products in dairy, meat and produce departments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Beach Channel High School
New York, NY06.1989
Skills
- Employee performance evaluations
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Consulting
- Contract Management
- Business Development
- Operations management
- Sales growth
- Strategic planning
- Staff supervision
- Staff Management
- Employee scheduling
- Project Management
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
Timeline
Coach/Assistant Manager
Walmart
08.2018 - Current
Store Manager
Shoe Show/ Shoe Dept
02.2012 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Beach Channel High School